Japan loves cleansing oil, Korea loves the double cleanse? Two removal cultures
In Japan, cleansing oilhas long been a favourite. In Korean skincare talk, what comes up more is thedouble cleanse, using a face wash after your first cleanser, and the habit of melting makeup with a balm.
Styles often heard in Japan
- Remove makeup with oil or balm, then finish with a face wash
- Some pick "no second cleanse needed" types to do it in one go
- Popular with people short on time
Styles often heard in Korea
- Melt makeup with a cleansing balm or oil
- Wash gently with a low-pH cleanser or gel
- Some just splash water or rinse lukewarm in the morning
Where debates start
- "Doesn't double cleansing strip the skin?"
- "On sunscreen-only days, do I need a cleanser?"
- "Balm or oil: which rinses off more easily?"
The common answer: adjust to how heavy your makeup is and what sunscreen you wear. The removal instructions on the product are the safest guide.
Are you team oil or team balm? Do you double cleanse?
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